We understand how important your car’s interior is. Our car interior detailing tips can help keep it in prime condition. After all, you want a car that not only runs well but also looks like it just came from the dealer. Did you know that an average American spends 293 hours driving per year? Canadians are probably not too far behind. This little stat tells us two things. Here’s the first. A large chunk of your life unfolds behind the wheel. Quite a lot of action – eating, drinking, sweating, struggling, sleeping, having fun – unfolds in that comfy vehicle you call your second … [Read more...]
11 Must-Know Do’s and Don’ts for Your Car Battery (updated)
A car battery is essential but a lot of people don’t know how to take care of one. Learn the do's and don'ts of car batteries below to ensure your car is in working condition. How long does a car battery last? It’s probably the simplest part of your car. It knocks the vehicle into working mode by infusing the engine with power. It also powers all the electrical devices in your car, such as the music player, lights, chargers, and air conditioning system. When it dies, it leaves you helpless. The car may be otherwise completely healthy, but it cannot move. So, many inexperienced … [Read more...]
Bumper-to-Bumper: Dangerous Driving (updated)
Many things get annoying while driving and increase stress, like taking phone calls while driving, speeding in a school area, taking a turn without giving the signal, but one of the most annoying things is when you are in the middle of bumper-to-bumper traffic. Read more about the dangers of bumper-to-bumper driving below and how to protect yourself (and your car). What is bumper-to-bumper driving? Bumper-to-bumper traffic occurs when vehicles are packed tightly close to each other on a road. Bumper-to-bumper happens when vehicles have no choice, or voluntary choose to drive, so close to … [Read more...]
10 Auto Repair Definitions You Want to Know (Infographic) (updated)
Your car has broken down and there is nothing you can do about it aside from taking it to the doctor’s office. Pardon, into your trusted repair shop. Yet, how confident are you that you will be able to understand the jibber jabber coming out of your mechanic’s mouth? Well, have no fear, we are here for you. Having in mind the 10 most common car problems, these are some of the auto repair definitions you need to know. The importance of knowing auto repair definitions Familiarizing yourself with these auto shop definitions will work to both your and your mechanic’s benefit. It puts you … [Read more...]
13 Fuel-Efficient Driving Techniques
Driving in a fuel-efficient manner is good not only for your car and other traffic participants, but also for your wallet and the environment. Yes, the Carbon Tax also gets the latter two points across, but every individual must be willing to go through with the change in order for it to be successful. In that sense, adjusting our driving habits can go a long way. With modern cars, you are already driving more fuel-efficiently as they cave certain features and capabilities previously unavailable and nature-friendly. However, that in itself is not enough. Here is how to save fuel when … [Read more...]
5 Best All-Season Tires You Can Drive With in the Winter (updated)
Winter is here! Regardless of whether or not you enjoy the snowy delights of the white season, you must prepare for it by getting the best all-season tires in snow conditions. Get winter tires, have the battery tested, check the fluids, keep the windshield clear, inspect all car lights, add a coat of wax, build an emergency kit and you are all set for winter! If you dread spending too much time meddling with your car, just remember that taking care of all of these little things will lessen the influence cold weather has on your car during the winter months. Moreover, it will also help you … [Read more...]
How to Remove Bird Poop from Your Car’s Surface (updated)
Want to find out how to remove bird poop from car paint or exteriors? If you are the kind of person who hates dirt on their cars, especially that coming from animals – in this case, furry and chirping little flyers – this is the article for you. However funny it may sound, bird poop is a serious thing, not only because it makes your car look ugly even though you’ve just washed your car, but also because it can damage your car paint. Read on to find out exactly why and how. Bird poop contains acids and other chemical substances that eat away at the surface of your car. Since it’s quite … [Read more...]
4 Best Apps for car maintenance (updated)
It’s safe to assume that every driver nowadays has a smartphone, right? But how many of you are actually using your phone to enhance your driving experience and take care of your car? If you are slacking in this department, we are here to help you. We give you the 4 best car advice apps! Car maintenance apps every car owner should try They say there is an app for literally everything, and a casual browse or quik search through the more popular app stores would seem to indicate that this is true. Even car maintenance, an admittedly complex subject, and one that many people feel … [Read more...]
Vehicle inspections – what you need to know
Here are the main reasons vehicle inspections are mandatory and why you should ensure that your newly purchased or existing vehicle goes through these checks periodically. Regulatory requirements Regulations regarding vehicle safety testing tend to vary throughout Canadian provinces. Therefore, it is best to check the local car safety inspection guidelines for the exact information applicable to your specific case. For instance, new or used cars purchased in Ontario, Labrador, Newfoundland, and Manitoba can only be registered after completing a safety check. In general, dealerships … [Read more...]
Buying a new car: the legal requirements
Buying a new car comes with several legal requirements, which you will have to meet before driving your new vehicle off the car dealership’s lot. These are not very difficult to comply with, but it pays to be informed about what is necessary and ensure you have everything you need when you visit the dealership. Here are the essential requirements of the car buying procedure in Canada. Canadian requirements In all Canadian provinces, there are three essential things you must have before you can complete a car purchase. There is some variation from province to province, but the requirements … [Read more...]
